Lyrics
Street lights start to come on
Street lights signaling the evening; setting the scene.
I know that it's time
Awareness that it's time for a particular action or event.
Stop what you're doing
An instruction to stop current activities.
Meet those drinking friends of mine
Meeting friends who enjoy drinking.
First lady call me on the telephone
A woman, possibly the first lady, calls on the telephone.
She said 'Get out and die young but I'm staying at home'
The first lady suggests risky behavior, contrasting with staying at home.
Now I believe in love, I believe that it's true
Expressing belief in love and its authenticity.
Know I'm defenceless when I look into blue
Feeling vulnerable when looking into blue (possibly referring to the eyes).
Sleepy eyes down an angel's face
Describing someone with sleepy eyes and an angelic face.
Don't worry honey no-one's gonna take your place
Reassuring a loved one that no one will replace them.
The closer you get, the better you look
The closer the person gets, the more attractive they appear.
Throw me a line
Asking for attention or connection.
'Cause the closer you get, the more that I see
Increased proximity reveals more positive aspects for a good time.
We'll sure have a good time
Expressing anticipation of a good time together.
I know what you're thinking, well how do I feel?
Acknowledging awareness of the other person's thoughts and questioning feelings.
We'll there's no rules in my book
Setting a personal rule: attractiveness increases with closeness.
Except the closer you get, the better you look
Reiterating the idea that closeness enhances attractiveness.
Keep one foot in the showroom, one out of sight
Suggesting a cautious approach, keeping some things hidden.
Girl I've had some close ones but I'm doing all right
Reflecting on past close encounters but expressing current well-being.
Gold on her fingers don't mean a thing
Material possessions like gold on fingers not significant.
He'll do his best to hear that sweet lady sing
Someone will make an effort to hear a sweet lady sing.
Now I got the time if you got the place
Availability of time if the other person has a suitable place.
We've got the know how and you got the face
Combined abilities for a potential positive outcome.
We got the power, we got no shame
Having power and lacking shame in expressing desires.
Come over baby, I sure do want to light your flame
Inviting someone to come over and expressing desire to ignite their passion.
'Cause the closer you get, the better you look
Reiterating that closer proximity enhances attractiveness.
Throw me a line
Asking for a connection or a lifeline.
The closer you get, the more that I see
Emphasizing that increased closeness leads to a more positive perception.
We'll sure have a good time
Anticipating a good time together.
I know what you're thinking, well how do I feel?
Understanding the other person's thoughts and questioning one's own feelings.
We'll there's no rules in my book
Reiterating the personal rule about attractiveness and closeness.
Except the closer you get, the better you look
Concluding that the closer one gets, the more attractive they become.
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